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#6A6C3C

Brightness
103.0
HSL (°,%,%)
63°, 29%, 33%
HSV V %
42%
Lab
44.4, -8.7, 26.5
PNG size
6.0 KB
Tone / Feel
dark, soft cool hue
Black text 3.82:1 Fail (normal) · AA (large) (large)
White text 5.49:1 AA (normal) · AAA (large) (large)

Recommended text: White (5.49:1 — AA / AAA (large))

Color Profile: #6A6C3C

Common Name: Dark Laurel

RGB: (106, 108, 60)

HSL: (67°, 26%, 30%)

Contrast vs White: 5.5:1 (AA Pass)

Contrast vs Black: 12.5:1 (AA Pass)

Mood: Dark Laurel brings a sense of stability and calm. It’s earthy yet sophisticated, often evoking nature's depth with its muted green undertones. It’s a perfect color for evoking strength and a natural, grounded feel in design spaces.

Close Matches:

  • Behr Classic Avocado - #6A6B3C (ΔE=0.74)
  • Dulux Dark Laurel - #6A6C3C (ΔE=0.00)
  • Pantone Solid Coated - 5763 C - #6E7544 (ΔE=3.95)
  • Munsell 5GY 4/4 - #5F6236 (ΔE=4.53)
  • RAL 6025 Fern Green - #67764C (ΔE=7.66)

Why Designers Use It:

This color, often used in interior designs, building materials, and nature-inspired branding, evokes the outdoors. It’s widely appreciated for its connection to organic elements, such as forests and foliage. The muted tone of #6A6C3C offers a subtle, harmonious backdrop, perfect for calming and grounding environments. Designers often use this color in contexts where balance and stability are desired—think eco-conscious brands, educational institutions, or spaces like libraries and wellness centers. The color also finds usage in military-themed designs and safety-related sectors, where its earthy tone reflects both dependability and natural strength.

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